454 results for 'Geuss, Raymond'

The Trend Forecaster's Handbook Second Edition by Martin Raymond provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and tracking trends in consumer insight and trend forecasting. This visually engaging...

Avengerland Revisited offers a comprehensive guide to this iconic television series, exploring its unique blend of characters, script writers, direction, and production elements. The book delves into...

Mr Bowling Buys a Newspaper is a darkly satirical novel about a murderer who buys newspapers to see if anyone suspects him. The police are on the case, but the clues are being overlooked due to...

Singing on stage can be a daunting prospect for actors, but it should be an essential part of every actor's toolkit. This guide provides insight into vocal techniques and practical approaches...

Raymond Carver's Selected Stories offer a profound and intimate portrayal of everyday life. In this authoritative edition, the author has carefully selected and revised his stories to provide a...

Dracula, Prince of Many Faces reveals the extraordinary life and times of Vlad Dracula, a figure shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Born in 1431, he was a prince who would become infamous for his...

Gunsights and Forty Lashes Less One Two Westerns by Elmore Leonard A collection of two classic western novels, now in one volume. In "Gunsights", Brendan Early and Dana Moon become Arizona legends...

Liberalism in Dark Times: The Liberal Ethos in the Twentieth Century by Joshua L. Cherniss explores how liberals responded to criticism and pressure in the 20th century. In the face of opposition...

The Ballroom Blitz by Anton Du Beke As the war rages on, the staff at the Buckingham Hotel must find a way to keep their guests entertained, despite the chaos outside. In the midst of the Blitz, the...

Law: A Very Short Introduction by Raymond Wacks The law plays a vital role in every society, shaping our social, political, and economic lives. Yet it can also seem complex and inaccessible, with its...

The Message of Numbers: A Journey to the Promised Land by Raymond Brown offers a thoughtful exploration of the book of Numbers as a picture of a better life. In this commentary, Brown shows how the...

The Paris Affair by Anton Du Beke In the midst of World War II, the Buckingham Hotel becomes a hub of intrigue and deception. As the war rages on, the hotel's staff must navigate the complexities of...

A sumptuous collection of original fairytales from the Brothers Grimm is presented in this treasury. Introduced by Cornelia Funke and featuring full-colour illustrations by renowned artists, it...

The Magick of Chant-O-Matics Change Your Life Through Chanting By Raymond Buckland Discover nearly 300 powerful chants to help you achieve your goals. Written by one of the foremost authorities on...

Rise of a Merchant Prince by Raymond E. Feist is set in a world where magic and murder coexist with the pursuit of wealth and power. Roo Avery, having narrowly escaped the forces of the Emerald...

Zazie in the Metro by Raymond Queneau is a witty and stylish tale about a young girl's desire for freedom. Zazie arrives in Paris from the country to stay with her uncle, but all she really wants to...

Salman Rushdie's Imaginary Homelands is a collection of essays that showcase his remarkable imaginative and observational powers. Drawing from two political and literary homelands, Rushdie examines a...

Rasputin's Shadow by Raymond Khoury is an action-packed adventure thriller that delves into an ancient mystery with deadly implications for the present. In 1916, a brutal attack at a Siberian mine...

Television: Technology and Cultural Form by Raymond Williams was first published in 1974, a time before the widespread use of multi-channel TV. Yet, Williams' analysis remains remarkably relevant...

Keywords for Today: A 21st Century Vocabulary This book takes us on a journey through the history of language to better understand our contemporary world. It explores how words and meanings have...

George Peper's St. Andrews Sojourn is a humorous and engaging account of his experiences living in Scotland and playing golf at the famous Old Course.In 1983, while playing at the Old Course, Peper...

For those fascinated by the secrets and mysteries of British royalty, this book offers an in-depth look at the lives of monarchs past. Raymond Lamont-Brown answers intriguing questions about the...

Lectio Divina: A Practice for the Spiritually Seeking The ancient practice of lectio divina is a powerful tool for spiritual growth and transformation. This timeless approach to prayerful reading has...

Jacques Anquetil's career reached its zenith in the 1960s, as cycling emerged from the post-war era and into a new era of speed and glamour. This collection of rare photographs showcases Anquetil's...

The Presence of Other Worlds: The Psychological and Spiritual Findings of Emanuel Swedenborg This groundbreaking study explores the life and work of Emanuel Swedenborg, a 18th-century scientist and...

The Light Beyond by Raymond A. Moody explores the commonalities shared by near-death experiences, shedding new light on the mysteries of life and death. Based on over a thousand case studies and...

Red River Girl: The Life and Death of Tina Fontaine is a gripping account of an unsolved murder investigation in Winnipeg's Red River. In August 2014, the body of 15-year-old Tina Fontaine was found...

Drawing Birds by Raymond Sheppard offers expert guidance on depicting a wide range of birds. This comprehensive instructional volume combines two renowned guides into one single-volume edition,...

Raymond Chandler meets Arrested Development. Zany, witty and full of dark surprises, Lisa Lutz's novel is pure fun. Izzy Spellman, PI, tops the list of fictional characters you'd like to meet for a...

Discover the path of solitary witchcraft with Wicca for One, a comprehensive guide to creating magic and improving your life. Written by Raymond Buckland, a renowned expert in American Wicca, this...

Christian life is marked by transition and choice. As we journey through life, we seek to discern God's will and make decisions that align with our faith. This process is common to all Christians,...

Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C., lived a life of heroic virtue, and his story is one of remarkable perseverance and dedication to his faith. This new edition of his autobiography tells the tale of how...

Explore the versatility of storytelling with 99 Ways to Tell a Story, a unique collection of one-page comics that demonstrate the diverse ways to convey a single narrative. Inspired by Raymond...

A brutal and thought-provoking crime drama sets the tone for this gripping novel. A middle-aged man is found brutally battered to death on a roadside in West London, leading a tough-talking detective...

The Chess Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes Fifty Tantalizing Problems of Chess Detection by Raymond M. Smullyan is an intriguing collection of puzzles that showcase the detective's remarkable analytical...

Rides a Dread Legion marks the beginning of a brand new series by renowned epic fantasy author Raymond E. Feist.Ten years after the cataclysmic events of Wrath of a Mad God, Midkemia faces a new and...

The Hieroglyphic Dictionary: A Comprehensive Guide to Middle Egyptian Language. This dictionary is an essential tool for anyone studying Egyptology, providing a low-cost and convenient translation...

The Cambridge Companion to Crime Fiction provides an in-depth exploration of British and American crime fiction from the eighteenth century to the end of the twentieth. This comprehensive guide...

Raymond Chandler's last four novels are collected in this volume, offering a chance to experience the unique world he created. In these masterpieces, Marlowe navigates complex cases that take him...

Tracing Your Nonconformist Ancestors: A Guide for Family and Local Historians provides an in-depth overview of the diverse world of Nonconformity. Almost half of the English population in the...

The First Emperor: Selections from the Historical Records tells the story of Qin's unification of China in 221 BC and the extraordinary legacy that followed. This account, written by Sima Qian, the...

Anatomy for Vinyasa Flow and Standing Poses by Ray Long and Raymond A. Long (MD.) is a comprehensive guide to understanding hatha yoga through its scientific approach. Full-color, three-dimensional...

Raymond Gunt is a man who embodies his own self-description: a foul-mouthed, misanthropic individual with no redeeming social value. This darkly comedic novel follows Gunt's downward spiral of...

Stuart Hall's 1983 lectures at the University of Illinois laid the groundwork for Cultural Studies as we know it today. This collection brings together Hall's original reflections on key thinkers and...

Behind the glamour and showmanship of her skating career, Sonja Henie led a life marked by fierce determination and unyielding ambition. This biography reveals the hard edge of this skating star,...

Raymond Moody's life has been marked by extraordinary experiences and groundbreaking research into the paranormal. In "Paranormal", he shares his story, including his pioneering work on near-death...

The Hand: A Philosophical Inquiry into Human Being by Raymond Tallis explores the origins of human difference, tracing it back to the evolution of the human hand. This pivotal moment in our history...

The King in Yellow (Heathen Edition) by Robert W. Chambers A collection of ten macabre and fantastical short stories, The King in Yellow is a masterclass in atmospheric horror and supernatural...

Kim Newman's latest novel reimagines two iconic figures from Hollywood's golden age in a dark and thrilling tale. Raymond Chandler, renowned for his detective stories, and Boris Karloff, the master...

Churchill and His Generals offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most pivotal conflicts. Raymond Callahan examines the British army's transformation from an international police force to a...

Al Williamson's 50 Girls and Other Stories is a collection of comics that showcase his unique storytelling style. Working for EC Comics' "New Trend" series, Williamson created memorable characters in...

At the Existentialist Café Freedom, Being, and Apricot Cocktails by Sarah Bakewell In the 1930s, a chance encounter at a Parisian bar sparked a philosophical movement that would change the world...

100 essential recipes for entertaining from renowned chef Raymond Blanc. This comprehensive cookbook features 100 full-colour photographs and offers incredible value for money.The perfect tool to...

Silverthorn is the second volume in Raymond E. Feist's Riftwar Saga. In this epic fantasy, Prince Arutha faces a sinister plot when Jimmy the Hand, a young thief, foils an assassination attempt on...

Gotham Writers' Workshop: Writing Fiction is a comprehensive guide to crafting compelling stories. This practical book distills the expertise of one of America's leading creative writing schools,...

At 52, Samantha Raymond's life begins to unravel. Her mother is ill, her teenage daughter is increasingly remote, and Trump has been elected. As she navigates these challenges, she finds herself...

The Darkening Skies by Janet MacLeod Trotter is a heartbreakingly moving story of loyalty and passion. Sara Pallister's life is turned upside down when her father dies, leaving the family farm...

The Message of Deuteronomy by Raymond Brown is a clear and cogent exposition that guides us to hear the timeless relevance of this biblical text. In this commentary, Brown illuminates how God's law...

Electric-detective-turned-robotic-hitman Raymond Electromatic has another job to complete. His target is a man in a black hat, and he succeeds - but only for now. A fresh memory tape is installed,...

Criticism and Ideology: A Study in Marxist Literary Theory by Terry Eagleton is a seminal work that explores the relationship between Marxism and literary criticism. In this new edition, Eagleton...

Raymond Roussel's Impressions of Africa is a dazzling and unclassifiable work of fiction that defies easy categorization. In a mythical African land, a group of shipwrecked passengers stage a grand...

Published to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, this anthology brings together favourite extracts, poems and images from some of the UK's leading cultural, political and...

The Cutting Room Floor of Modern Literature offers an intriguing glimpse into the creative process of renowned authors. By examining the words and ideas that were edited out of their works, readers...

A Bend in the River by V. S. Naipaul is a powerful novel about an outsider's struggle to navigate the complexities of post-colonial Africa. Salim, a young Indian trader, finds himself in an unnamed...

Birthday Stories by Haruki Murakami brings together some of the most acclaimed short story writers of recent years to share their birthday experiences. Each story is a snapshot of life on a single...

The Rise and Decline of the Medici Bank, 1397-1494 by Raymond De Roover A comprehensive study of the Medici bank's history, from its early years under Giovanni di Bicci de' Medici to its collapse...

The Films of John Cassavetes: Pragmatism, Modernism, and the Movies by Raymond Carney explores the life and work of a maverick filmmaker who defied the studio system. This in-depth study examines six...

Crips: The Story of the L.A. Street Gang from 1971-1985 by Donald Bakeer is a gripping account of the explosive years in South Central Los Angeles, where nearly 10,000 people lost their lives to gang...

Jacques Roubaud's The Form of a City Changes Faster, Alas, Than the Human Heart is a poignant tribute to the City of Light. This collection of 150 poems explores the streets of Paris, commenting on...

Philip Marlowe's latest case begins with a desperate plea for help. Eight years ago, a man was framed for a crime he didn't commit, and now he's back, determined to clear his name. As Marlowe delves...

The Really Quite Good British Cookbook brings together 100 beloved recipes from Britain's top chefs, cooks, bakers, and local heroes. From Nigella Lawson's Chocolate Guinness Cake to Jamie Oliver's...

A Boy from the Valleys by Raymond Hicks is a memoir that offers a unique perspective on life in the South Wales Valleys during the 1920s. Growing up in a region dominated by mining, the author...

Billy Fingers: A Journey Beyond Death Annie Kagan's extraordinary story is one of profound communication with her deceased brother Billy. Just weeks after his unexpected death, Billy began speaking...

Film noir remains one of the most enduring legacies of 1940s and '50s Hollywood. This book explores how film noir is preoccupied with modernity, particularly the urban landscape. Edward Dimendberg...

Easy Rawlins and Raymond "Mouse" Alexander embark on a journey to manhood in this gripping tale. In 1939, they set out on a road trip with a borrowed '36 Ford, bound for Pariah, Texas, where Mouse...

This 2023 publication explores how architects and designers contributed to America's ecological movement in the 1960s. Featuring contributions from notable figures such as Buckminster Fuller, Eleanor...

Raymond Phillips' personal experience of having to disappear and start anew has led him to write this comprehensive guide on how to create a completely new identity and delete yourself from the...

Grieving the Loss of Someone You Love is a daily guide through one of life's most painful experiences. Losing someone close can leave a vast and overwhelming valley, but this compassionate companion...

The Chateau Marmont: A Hollywood Legend Revealed For decades, the Chateau Marmont has been synonymous with glamour and excess, its Sunset Strip location drawing in A-listers from the worlds of art,...

A Beginner's Further Guide to Mathematical Logic is the final book written by renowned logician Dr. Raymond Smullyan. This sequel to his earlier work, a beginner's guide to mathematical logic, builds...

This book examines the UK's most notorious child killers over the past 50 years, exploring their backgrounds, crimes, and convictions. It also delves into cases that remain unsolved and re-examines...

A comprehensive history of the Jewish people from ancient times to modern statehood is presented in this authoritative volume. Raymond P. Scheindlin's sweeping narrative explores the major...

Samantha Raymond's life is on the verge of collapse. Her mother is ill, her teenage daughter is increasingly remote, and the world seems to be spiralling out of control. As she approaches 52, she...

Biggles: The Second Case by Captain W. E. Johns is a thrilling tale of espionage and adventure. When Commander Von Schonbeck, a former German submarine commander, escapes to the south Indian Ocean at...

Planetary Systems: A Very Short Introduction by Raymond T. Pierrehumbert explores the vast expanse of our universe, from the moment galaxies form after the Big Bang to trillions of years in the...

A comprehensive anthology celebrating the literary group Oulipo, featuring 100 pieces of 'Oulipo' writing. This collection brings together writers such as Georges Perec, Raymond Queneau and Italo...

The Last Templar by Raymond Khoury is set against the backdrop of two pivotal moments in history: 1291, when the city of Acre fell to the West, and present-day Manhattan. In this gripping tale, a...

Hardcover: 120 pages (07/11/2023) Raymond Aron's Liberty and Equality is an invaluable exploration of the core values of liberal democracy. This lecture, first delivered at the Collège de France,...

The Knight in the Crypt by Raymond Khoury is a gripping tale of mystery and suspense. As the investigation into the museum raid continues, FBI Agent Reilly finds himself in a deadly game of cat and...

Raymond Arroyo's latest book completes the story of Mother Angelica, the remarkable nun who founded EWTN and inspired millions worldwide. For over a decade, she was confined to her cell at Our Lady...

Darby English explores 1971, a pivotal year in American cultural politics, when two groundbreaking exhibitions opened. Contemporary Black Artists in America and The DeLuxe Show brought modernist...

Who Censored Roger Rabbit? is a wonderfully skewed world compounded of equal parts Raymond Chandler, Lewis Carroll, and Walt Disney. In this riotously surreal spoof of the hard-boiled detective...

The Cathedral & the Bazaar: A Revolutionary Model for Collaborative Software Development. In the rapidly evolving world of computer technology, open source software has emerged as a key driver of...

The penultimate volume in Raymond E Feist's epic series, Exile's Return is a gripping tale of survival and revenge. Kaspar, once the absolute ruler of his nation, finds himself cast into exile with...

An Introduction to the Old Testament by Tremper Longman and Raymond B. Dillard provides a comprehensive understanding of the Old Testament, integrating recent developments in scholarship with an...

The Accident on the A35 by Raymond Brunet and Graeme Macrae Burnet is a literary mystery that burrows deep into the psyches of its characters, exploring the forgotten corners of small-town life. A...

Navy Families by Debbie Macomber is a heartwarming collection of stories about the challenges and joys of military life. When two strangers come together in a moment of intense desire, they create a...

Glimpses of Eternity: An Investigation Into Shared Death Experiences Raymond Moody's groundbreaking investigation into what happens when we die reveals a startling pattern: at the time of death,...

Perplexing Plots explores how crime fiction, plays, and films have made unconventional narrative mainstream. Since the nineteenth century, detective stories and suspense thrillers have allowed...

A Long Hard Look at 'Psycho' by Raymond Durgnat is a comprehensive analysis of Alfred Hitchcock's film. First published in 1969, this new edition has been updated with an introduction by Henry K...